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Chennai Rain: Severe Waterlogging Report

Wed, Oct 16, 2024

Chennai is experiencing ongoing heavy rainfall, resulting in significant waterlogging across various parts of the city. The persistent rain has disrupted daily life, affecting transportation and local infrastructure. This video provides an overview of the current situation, including areas most impacted by the waterlogging and the response efforts by local authorities to manage the effects of the rain.

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Chennai Rain: Schools Closed, CM Reviews

Tue, Oct 15, 2024

Chennai is facing significant disruption due to heavy rain, leading to the closure of schools and colleges across the city. Chief Minister M.K. Stalin is reviewing the monsoon preparedness measures in response to the situation. Authorities are assessing the impact of the rainfall and implementing safety protocols to ensure the well-being of residents as they navigate this challenging weather.

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Chennai : India Air Force celebrates 92nd anniversary at Tambaram Air Force Station

Tue, Oct 08, 2024

India Air Force celebrated its 92nd anniversary at Tambaram Air Force Station in Chennai on October 8. The theme for this year, Sashakt, Saksham, Atmanirbhar (Potent, Powerful, Self-reliant), was vividly reflected in IAF's display of strength and skill. The air show showcased the indomitable strength and spirit of Indian Air Force, resonating with its motto, “Touch the Sky with Glory”. It featured an array of aircraft, from cutting-edge fighter jets to transport planes and helicopters.

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AstraZeneca to expand its Chennai GCC at Rs 250 crore outlay

Thu, Jul 04, 2024

The expanded facility was inaugurated in a ceremony officiated by the Minister of Industries Tamil Nadu, T.R.B. Rajaa, British Deputy High Commissioner to India Christina Scott CMG, AstraZeneca Vice President for Asia Area Sylvia Varela and others.

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Shriram Properties profit up 32% in Jan-Mar to Rs 20 crore

Thu, May 30, 2024

Its net profit stood at Rs 15.25 crore in the year-ago period.Total income rose to Rs 358.37 crore in the fourth quarter of the last fiscal from Rs 170.98 crore in the March quarter of FY23, according to a regulatory filing on Wednesday.

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NCR's unsold housing inventory shrinks 57% in 5 years, says property consultant; see latest trends in Gurugram, Noida, Faridabad

Thu, May 23, 2024

While Kolkata saw its unsold inventory decline by 41 per cent in the five-year period, Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Chennai saw their collective unsold stock shrink by 11 per cent, and the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) and Pune saw their cumulative unsold stock contract by 8.0 per cent.

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Singapore-based investment firm ThinKuvate launches Rs 100 crore maiden India fund

Tue, May 21, 2024

The India Fund will look to invest in tech startups across sectors with an initial amount of up to Rs 3 crore. 

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Coromandel to acquire additional 7% stake in Dhaksha, invest Rs 150 crore

Mon, May 13, 2024

In the last year, Dhaksha has bagged several orders from defence and agri input companies and its current order book stands at Rs 265 crore.

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Record office leasing surge in Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Pune and Chennai in Q1 2024: JLL India

Mon, Apr 08, 2024

The combined gross leasing in these four cities soared to a staggering 10.62 million sq. ft, marking a significant milestone.

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Watch | Cyclone Michaung Ravages Chennai With Severe Flooding

Thu, Dec 07, 2023

The city of Chennai finds itself submerged under the wrath of Cyclone Michaung. Incessant rains and powerful winds have caused widespread waterlogging, leading to chaos and devastation. Watch this video for a glimpse of the current situation in Chennai, including rescue efforts underway by police and the Corporation teams.

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Cyclone Michaung: Chennai Locals Brave Floods to Save Pets Amid Cyclone

Wed, Dec 06, 2023

Chennai grapples with the aftermath of Cyclone Michaung as floods devastate the city. Amidst rising water levels and widespread destruction, locals are not abandoning their furry friends, showcasing incredible compassion and resilience. Watch this video for a glimpse into the heartwarming stories of people saving their pets during this challenging time.

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Cyclone Michaung: Death Toll Rises to 17 as Michaung Makes Landfall

Wed, Dec 06, 2023

As Cyclone Michaung strikes Chennai, the city grapples with unprecedented floods, resulting in a tragic loss of 17 lives. The relentless downpour and rising waters bring the metropolis to a standstill. Get the latest updates on the unfolding disaster and the rescue efforts underway

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Chennai airfield open after rains, airlines intimated: Airport officials

Tue, Dec 05, 2023

Rains have stopped, and water has receded in the Chennai airport area and there is no water stagnation in the runways or taxiways, officials said adding that a lot of slush and filth was being cleared out.

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Heavy rains lash Chennai and nearby districts

Mon, Dec 04, 2023

Chennai and nearby Chengalpet, Kancheepuram and Tiruvallur districts among others received widespread rains since late Sunday under the impact of cyclonic storm Michaung. 

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Chennai Cyclone Michaung effect: Trains cancelled after water level breaches danger mark in Basin Bridge-Vyasarpadi section

Mon, Dec 04, 2023

The East Coast Railway (ECoR) on Sunday cancelled 54 trains as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of passengers given the impending cyclone Michaung. 

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Shriram Properties, ASK Property Fund to jointly invest Rs 206 crore in Chennai project

Wed, Aug 23, 2023

The joint investment is "towards 100 per cent of development rights in an ongoing project in Chennai, through SPL's wholly owned subsidiary Shrivision Elevations Pvt Ltd."

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ChampionX tech centre in Chennai to serve as the base for India operations

Fri, Aug 04, 2023

US-based ChampionX Corporation has set up its new technology centre here, aimed at accelerating the company's digital innovation opportunities, a top official said on Friday.

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Tamil Nadu rains: Heavy rains lash city and its suburbs; holiday declared for schools

Mon, Jun 19, 2023

Chennai school holiday today 19th June 2023: Heavy overnight rains lashed the city and its suburbs, prompting authorities to declare a holiday for schools on Monday. Following the rains, authorities declared a holiday for schools in Chennai and its neighbouring districts of Chengalpet, Kancheepuram and Tiruvallur, besides Vellore and Ranipet.

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Chennai To Host Men's Hockey Asian Champions Trophy 2023 From August 3 to August12 - Check out details

Mon, Apr 17, 2023

Making the announcement, Tamil Nadu Sports Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin said it was good that top-flight hockey was returning to the city which was once the capital of the sport in South India.

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PM Modi to visit Hyderabad, Chennai today, to launch projects worth over Rs 11,000 crore

Sat, Apr 08, 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit to the southern states of Telangana and Tamil Nadu will inaugurate Vande Bharat trains on Secunderabad-Tirupati and Chennai-Coimbatore routes.

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IND vs AUS 3rd ODI Live Score: Team India falter in run chase, Australia win by 21 runs to lift series 2-1

Wed, Mar 22, 2023

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Cyclone Mandous Highlights: Flights cancelled in Chennai, heavy rain, winds in Tamil Nadu | Cyclone Mandous tracker, path, landfall time - Chennai weather today news updates

Fri, Dec 09, 2022

Cyclone Mandous Chennai weather today live news updates: Ten teams of NDRF and Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Response Force have been deployed in south coastal districts of the State following heavy rainfall alert by the India Meteorological Department (IMD). According to the IMD, heavy rainfall is predicted over several parts of the State as cyclone 'Mandous' over the Bay of Bengal is expected to cross the coast between the Union Territory of Puducherry, and Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh, tonight.   

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Vande Bharat Express train Chennai-Bengaluru-Mysuru flagged off by PM Modi: Check ticket price, stops, timings, train number, route, time table

Fri, Nov 11, 2022

Vande Bharat Express Train Chennai-Bengaluru-Mysuru Ticket Price, Stops, Timings, Route: Vande Bharat Express train will run between Chennai Central and Mysuru Junction. It will stop at Bengaluru City Junction. 

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